Automotive News

This section of Torque News provides the latest auto news and updates from the car manufacturers. Every day number of news stories and editorials are published here that give our readers an overview of what is happening in the automotive industry. Read this section daily to find out about new cars, vehicle reviews and car pictures. Torque News is an automotive news website by Hareyan Publishing, LLC, dedicated to covering the latest news, reviews and opinions about the car industry.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 8 2012 - 10:15pm

The 2013 Subaru BRZ is hotter than a firecracker

Subaru Canada has produced a hot 2013 Subaru BRZ commercial that is too good to miss.

By David Herron G+ Jul 8 2012 - 6:52pm

Chrysler's new EcoDiesel logo hints of future clean diesel Jeeps

Chrysler is selling a 3.0 L diesel Jeep Grand Cherokee in Europe "and other diesel markets," but not in the U.S., so a new trademark filing with the USPTO by Chrysler may be good news for American's desiring a diesel Jeep Grand Cherokee.

By David Herron G+ Jul 8 2012 - 4:40pm

Is Gen Y abandoning the car, or simply can't afford to drive?

A decline in driving for those between 16-34 years old (Gen Y), as well as an across-the-board decline in car ownership and driving, may show a long range market trend away from car ownership and towards livable walkable cities, or may simply be due to the recession and tight budgets.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 8 2012 - 7:31am

Mercedes SLS AMG E-CELL separates itself from boring electric car crowd

The SLS AMG E-CELL along with six other Mercedes-Benz battery and fuel cell-powered electric cars took part in the Silvretta E-Car Rallye this weekend. But the supercar from Mercedes is different.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Jul 8 2012 - 4:44am

Mazda doubling production of SKYACTIV engines

If you've got a good thing, run with it. Mazda plans to take its SKYACTIV technology and put it into more vehicles, faster, doubling production in only a few months.

By Anthony Faccenda Jul 7 2012 - 9:20pm

Infiniti Emerg-E hybrid suffers embarrassing break down at Goodwood Festival [Video]

Unfortunately for Infiniti, the event was caught on film by a spectator.

By David Herron G+ Jul 7 2012 - 3:16pm

Loyal Leaf owners brainstorming Nissan Leaf marketing ideas

Loyal Nissan Leaf owners, worried about slow sales of the electric car, are debating what Nissan should do to improve Nissan Leaf marketing efforts.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 7 2012 - 8:57am

Bentley reveals fastest most luxurious SUV in the world [Video]

Following its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Bentley has released images and video of its new EXP 9 F luxury performance SUV.

The BMW ActiveHybrid 3. Photo courtesy of BMW USA.

By Don Bain Jul 7 2012 - 2:43am

BMW leaps full force into hybrid competition with the ActiveHybrid 3

Hybrid vehicles are the not the long suit of the company known for the Ultimate Driving Machine, but with the all-new ActiveHyrbrid 3 following on the heels of the ActiveHybrid 5 a new dimension has been entered by Bavarian Motor Works and the world will never be the same again.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Jul 7 2012 - 1:07am

Research says 60% of new cars in 2017 will feature connected car solutions

ABI Research says that global OEM connected car system penetration will rise from its current 11.4% to 60.1% in 2017, with even higher penetrations in the U.S. and Europe.

By Anthony Faccenda Jul 7 2012 - 12:42am

Justin Bieber nabbed for going 80 mph in his gaudy chrome Fisker Karma

The pop singer was cited for speeding while attempting to flee paparazzi on the 101 Freeway.

By David Herron G+ Jul 6 2012 - 6:55pm

GreenTech Automotive launches tiny electric car with help of Bill Clinton and Haley Barbour

Electric car manufacturing GreenTech Automotive launched, today, its two seater electric car, with top political players like Pres. Bill Clinton, former DNC Chair Terry McAullife, and former RNC Chair Haley Barbour on hand to lend support.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 6 2012 - 4:14pm

2013 BMW M3 Coupe Lime Rock Park Edition revealed

BMW announced the arrival of the 2013 M3 Coupe Lime Rock Park Edition that will celebrate the longstanding relationship with the Lime Rock Park racing circuit.

2012 Mini London Edition. From the MiNI.UK website.

By Don Bain Jul 6 2012 - 3:45pm

MINI’s honking tribute to Great Britain's Olympic Team

In the 1960’s the Mini Cooper was an immense source of British Pride and so it is only fitting that nine of the 2012 Mini London Limited Edition cars built should play a tribute to the British Olympic Team.

By Nicolas Zart Jul 6 2012 - 2:42pm

Honda Might Be Bending the ROI Logic for its Fit EV Too Much

Desperate times call for desperate measures and the automobile industry has been known to twist and bend reality in order to sell its cars. When it comes to the new field of plug-in hybrids, PHEV and electric car, EV, this could back fire for companies guilty of pushing the message too far. It certainly doesn’t help push the technology forward.

Paul Drayson in the Lola B12/69E electric endurance racer

By Nicolas Zart Jul 6 2012 - 1:36pm

What It Takes To Race An Electric Endurance Car

Racing electric cars is a challenge that will be answered when battery energy density increases. In the meantime, we have pioneers to turn to catch a glimpse of what the future holds.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jul 6 2012 - 12:22pm

The Forza 4 July Car Pack offers everything from Hudson to McLaren

The July Car Pack for Forza Motorsport 4 hit the Xbox Live Marketplace earlier this week with ten new cars ranging from Hudson to McLaren – spanning 60 years of high performance in a variety of very different forms.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jul 6 2012 - 10:51am

Dodge Grand Caravan leads minivan sales through first half of 2012

Even though Ford and GM have essentially pulled out of the minivan segment, it remains a hotly contested portion of the American auto industry and through the first half of 2012, the Dodge Grand Caravan holds a fairly substantial lead over the Honda Odyssey and the Toyota Sienna.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 6 2012 - 9:09am

Revolutionary changes coming to Lexus starting with the 2014 IS 250

Lexus is going to be revolutionary with the new generation IS so the luxury brand can compete with its German rivals.

The 2013 Ford Fusion. Photo courtesy of Ford.

By Don Bain Jul 5 2012 - 11:12pm

Ford mining mileage, new patents from Auto Start-Stop technology

The best technology does its job effectively and then gets out of the way.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 5 2012 - 10:00pm

2013 BMW 3-Series Sports Wagon powertrain details revealed

BMW has announced exciting powertrain details on the 2013 3-Series Sports Wagon that will make its U.S. launch early next year.

By Anthony Faccenda Jul 5 2012 - 8:29pm

Jerry Seinfeld launches new show about cars, comedians and coffee

Titled "Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee," Seinfeld's new web show looks to be a fun ride.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 5 2012 - 5:22pm

Ford C-MAX Hybrid: The most fuel-efficient hybrid in U.S.

The 2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid which will launch this fall will beat the Prius v as the most fuel-efficient hybrid in North America.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jul 5 2012 - 4:51pm

Ford, Lincoln both show growth in June 2012

While Ford Motor Company was not one of the strongest automakers in June 2012 in terms of growth rate - trailing Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Chrysler and GM – it was still a fairly strong month for the Blue Oval as both of their brands showed positive growth last month.

The first 2013 Dodge Dart rallye models waiting to be picked up.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jul 5 2012 - 2:56pm

Dealers sell 202 2013 Dodge Dart Rallye demonstration models in June

Last month, the Chrysler Group began handing dealerships all over the country their first 2013 Dodge Dart demonstration model and as the month came to an end, 202 of those dealerships opted to sell their first Dart but the number could have been much higher had a few things been different.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 5 2012 - 2:40pm

2013 Subaru WRX STI Spec C four-door released in Japan

Subaru has announced a new WRX STI Spec C version will be offered on the four-door model for the Japan market.

By Nicolas Zart Jul 5 2012 - 2:40pm

An Alfa Romeo TZ3, a Dodge Viper Or Just a Gorgeous Zagato

Zagato has graced us with stunning coach work on top on some of the most amazing cars in the past and this latest is no different. But is it an Alfa Romeo, a Dodge Viper or just another amazing exercise from the Zagato house?